Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Biomedical Measurement and Calibration Techniques BMM336 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Turkish
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals Learning how to diagnose faults, perform maintenance, repair, and calibration using measuring instruments and test devices. Determining a method to ensure the continuity of use of all medical devices by having maintenance and troubleshooting performed by the technical services unit or by outsourcing these operations to relevant external organizations (companies).
Course Content Learning fault detection, maintenance, repair and calibration procedures using measuring instruments and test devices.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Have the knowledge and skills to prepare and use all devices and equipment used in medical imaging.
2 Factors Affecting the Efficiency of Medical Technologies: materials - maintenance - repair
3 Factors Affecting the Efficiency of Medical Technologies: THE CONCEPT OF CALIBRATION
4 Learn the scope of Maintenance, Repair and Calibration Service for Biomedical Units in Hospitals
5 Performs medical imaging examinations correctly and uses imaging devices
6 In the work environment, in case of emergency, applies first aid and emergency care in accordance with the guide/directive.
7 Compliance with calibration standards determines and meets the learning requirements for medical device calibration procedures.
8 Uses basic information and communication technologies specific to the field. Has knowledge of the Regulation on the Testing, Control and Calibration of Medical Devices.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction and Basic Concepts, Learning basic definitions and terms related to medical devices and maintenance and repair.
2. Week Purpose and procedure of Maintenance and Repair. Maintenance Periods Research
3. Week Calibration and SI system of units and their definitions. Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
4. Week To have information about when calibration is necessary for the device, the conditions required for calibration, and the benefits of calibration. Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
5. Week To have knowledge about Calibration Types, Traceability and Accreditation. Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
6. Week Calibration Types, Calibration in Biomedicine, Purpose and Importance of Calibration in Medical Devices. Research, Other Activities
7. Week Steps of the Calibration System Applied in the Calibration Laboratory Research, Other Activities
8. Week Matters to be Considered by Personnel Performing Medical Calibration Measurements, Matters to be Considered by Those Purchasing Medical Calibration Measurement Services, Research
9. Week Biomedical Calibration Training, Evaluating 9 organizations related to calibration services in 4 groups in terms of their functions. Research, Other Activities
10. Week TUBITAK UME MED Activities, Calibration of Ultrasonic Devices, Measurement Standards, Regulation Information on Testing, Control and Calibration of Medical Devices Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Practice
11. Week Matters to be Considered by Personnel Performing Medical Calibration Measurements and General Measurement Order Research, Other Activities, Practice
12. Week Biomedical Metrology Testing, Experiment and Calibration Specification, Biomedical Metrology (Calibration) Service Procurement Technical Specification, General Features Research, Other Activities
13. Week Reporting and Labeling: Learning how to prepare a report specific to each equipment used in Biomedical Metrology Activities, ensuring traceability, including measurement and observation values, environmental conditions where the measurement was performed, and expert opinions. Research, Practice
14. Week Discussions on the evaluation of Calibration Reporting and Analysis in practice Other Activities
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 It explains the theories and principles related to the field.
5 It explains how to effectively use current software and hardware.
6 It instills professional responsibility and ethical awareness.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8
PY1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY5 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY6 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
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ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Homework 1 20 20
Preparation, After Class Study 1 10 10
Research 1 21.5 21.5
Practice 2 3 6
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 1
Homework 1 20 20
Final 1 1 1
Practice 2 3 6
Total Workload 127.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0